Augustus Quadrans, Bull reverse
RIC I (second edition) Augustus 249 · 1 AD-14 AD · Treveri
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Obverse
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Reverse
Kunstsammlungen der Ruhr-Universität Bochum
Obverse
Male, diademed, right
Reverse
GERMANVS INDVTILLI F
Bull butting left
About This Type
This RIC I (second edition) Augustus 249 is a quadrans of Augustus (1 AD-14 AD), struck at the Treveri mint. The reverse depicts Bull butting left. Struck in bronze at a standard weight of 1.86g, 16mm diameter.
About the Quadrans
The quadrans was the smallest regular Roman bronze denomination, worth one quarter of an as. Typically 15–18mm and 2–3 grams, quadrantes are among the least commonly collected Roman coins.
About the Treveri Mint
Treveri (modern Trier, Germany) was one of the principal mints of the late Roman Empire, operating from the late third century through the fifth century. It was a primary source of gold solidi for the Western Empire.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC I (second edition) Augustus 249?
- RIC I (second edition) Augustus 249 is a Bronze Quadrans of Augustus (1 AD-14 AD) struck at the Treveri mint cataloged under RIC vol. I no. I (second edition) Augustus 249.
- How do you identify RIC I (second edition) Augustus 249?
- The obverse depicts Male, diademed, right. The reverse depicts Bull butting left with the inscription GERMANVS INDVTILLI F. Portrait type: diademed.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC I (second edition) Augustus 249?
- RIC I (second edition) Augustus 249 was struck in Bronze, standard weight 1.86g, diameter 16mm, die axis 7 h, struck.
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